A Father's Day gift guide for every kind of dad: the coffee lover, the well-groomed, the gardener, the cook, the outdoorsy one.
Let's be honest, the men in our lives aren't always the easiest to buy for. Ask a dad what he wants and you'll get a shrug, a "ah sure, nothing," or a vague gesture towards socks. So we've done the hard part for you and pulled together gifts that actually work: useful, lovely things he'll genuinely use, made by small Irish makers and ethical brands we know and trust.
Whether you're shopping for your own dad, a grandad, an aul' fella, a godfather or the father figure in your life, we've sorted our favourites by the kind of dad you're buying for. Scroll to the one that sounds like him, and if the little ones want to chip in, there's plenty here for a small something "from the kids" too.
Here's to gifts he'll genuinely use, and that do a bit of good while they're at it.
For the Coffee-Loving Dad
If his morning doesn't start until the kettle's on and the good mug is in hand, this is his section.
The hero: the Aarke Coffee Press (€119)
Sweden's Aarke make the most beautiful coffee kit going, and the Coffee Press is no exception. It's a vacuum-insulated stainless steel French press that keeps coffee hot for up to three hours, with a reusable mesh filter that means no paper waste and no bitter aftertaste. The double wall stays cool to the touch and the whole thing looks gorgeous left out on the counter. This is exactly the kind of thing most coffee lovers admire but rarely buy for themselves.
Trading up: the Aarke Carbonator 3 in Burgundy (€210)
For the dad who's as likely to reach for sparkling water or a G&T as a coffee, the Carbonator 3 turns tap water into sparkling at the pull of a lever. No electricity, no cords, just a beautifully engineered stainless steel machine. This limited edition Burgundy finish is a particularly handsome thing to have on the counter, and it quietly does away with plastic bottles for good.
Pour it into: PS Coffee Roasters beans, roasted by hand right here in Kilcullen, in Ireland's first 100% compostable coffee bag.
And for the coffee break: a bar of Irish-made Buíoch or UP-UP chocolate never goes amiss.
For the dad who takes his coffee on the move, a reusable cup is a small gift that gets used every single day. The Circular&Co Reusable Travel Mug (€24.95) is made in part from used paper coffee cups, is leakproof, and is designed to be recycled again at the end of its life. A circular story in a cup.
For the Well-Groomed Dad
The gift he'll reach for every morning. Our grooming range is properly good, and it proves that looking after yourself was never just a "her" thing.
The classic: a stainless steel safety razor. A single-blade safety razor gives the closest, kindest shave going. Better for skin, better for the planet (no plastic cartridges ever again), and a genuinely lovely object to hold. Pair it with a traditional shaving soap and a wooden shaving brush for the full ritual.
For the bearded boys: keep things in order with a nourishing beard oil, a conditioning beard balm like CanDo's Cedar & Bergamot (€7.95), and a beard brush to finish.
Irish-made skincare he'll actually use:
The Oxmantown No.12 Hand & Body Wash (€24), lemongrass and sweet orange, in a beautiful refillable amber bottle from one of Dublin's best skincare makers.
A Three Hills soap bar, try the Cypress Cedarwood or the Activated Charcoal & Clary Sage, both palm-oil-free and made in Ireland (from €7.20).
A natural deodorant in Oud, Sandalwood or Sea Breeze, plastic-free and Irish-made.
A cheeky one he secretly needs: Bumbóg Poop Spray (€7.95)
Look, we all know the type. The Bumbóg Poop Spray is a natural essential-oil bathroom spritz that, ahem, heads off trouble before it starts. It's one of our most popular little gifts, and let's just say a fair few are bought for dads. Tongue firmly in cheek, but also genuinely appreciated by the whole household. Pop it in a gift box for a guaranteed laugh.
The showstopper: the Teeling x Forager CraftBeard Collection (€55)
A brilliant crossover of Irish whiskey heritage and natural beard care made in Dublin by Feebee Foran at Forager. It's the kind of gift that gets a proper reaction when it's unwrapped, and it tells a great story about two Irish makers doing something a bit different.
Skincare for Dads (Because They Won't Buy Their Own)
Here's a universal truth: dads are terrible at thinking about their own skin. They'll spend the whole summer in the garden or on the sideline without a thought for SPF. So do it for him.
The one to gift: Suntribe Mineral SPF 50 (€27.95)
This is the sunscreen that fixes everything dads complain about. It's a mineral SPF 50 with no white cast, no greasy feel and no pore-clogging. It actually blends in and dries to a matte finish. Reef-safe, non-nano, plant-based and packed in a compostable sugar-cane tube.
Pair it with the Oxmantown wash above and you've a lovely little "mind yourself" bundle.
For the Outdoorsy Dad
For the dad who's happiest out of the house, walking, cycling, in the garden or down at the pitch.
The black+blum Stainless Steel Lunch Box (€35), a clever leak-proof 3-in-1 that transports his lunch, goes in the oven, and stores leftovers in the freezer. Completely plastic-free, with a stainless steel fork and a removable divider, and built to last a lifetime.
The black+blum Insulated Water Bottle (€30), a sleek stainless steel bottle that keeps drinks cold or hot. For even better-tasting water, drop in a black+blum Charcoal Coil (€11.50), a natural binchotan charcoal filter that removes chlorine, adds minerals and turns any bottle into a filter bottle. It lasts six months, and at the end of its life it goes on the compost or the fire.
And something for the quiet evenings in between: A Simpler Life (€15), a thoughtful little guide to minimalism, decluttering and focusing on what really matters. Perfect for the dad who's always saying he wants to slow down.
For the Gardening Dad
If his happy place is the veg patch, the greenhouse or just a windowsill of seedlings, this one's for him.
The Green Gardening Handbook: Grow, Eat and Enjoy (€16.95)
By Great British Bake Off winner Nancy Birtwhistle, this beautifully illustrated guide has over 100 sustainable, eco-friendly tips, from composting and basic kit to seasonal recipes and how to freeze, store and preserve a glut. Whether he's got a sprawling garden or a spare windowsill, it's full of confidence-building, money-saving advice for growing and eating his own food.
Pairs perfectly with the Forager Gardener's Glove Hand Salve (€19), an Irish-made balm rich in Vitamin E and beeswax, with a zesty ginger-and-lemon scent, made for hands that work hard.
For the Organised Dad (or the One Trying to Be)
For the planner, the list-maker, or the dad with good intentions for the new year, in June.
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LSW Habit Notes (€23), a twelve-week undated daily habit-tracking journal, with prompts, coaching techniques and goal-setting exercises to help good habits actually stick. Thoughtful and genuinely useful.
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The Coffee Notes Weekly Planner (€15), an undated weekly planner made from recycled coffee-cup paper and repurposed coffee grounds, with plastic-free binding that's home-compostable. A natural pairing with the coffee section above.
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The Moyu Stone Paper Reusable Notebook (€25), a rewritable notebook made from tree-free stone paper that wipes clean and can be reused up to 500 times. Comes complete with pen and cloth, and plants a tree with every sale.
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The Vent for Change Recycled Leather Notebook (€17), a handsome A5 notebook with recycled leather covers and FSC-certified paper. 10% of the sales value (not just profit) funds children's education projects worldwide.
For the Dad Who Loves to Cook
Some dads express themselves best at the stove. For them, a gift that brings something new to the kitchen.
Falastin: A Cookbook (€45)
A love letter to Palestinian cuisine, with over 110 recipes by Sami Tamimi, head chef and co-founder of Ottolenghi, and Tara Wigley, with a foreword by Yotam Ottolenghi. It's more than a recipe collection. It traces the history, stories and ingenuity behind one of the world's great food cultures, organised into nine chapters from breakfast to breads and pastries. James Beard Award nominated and an IACP winner, it's a stunning hardback that's built for real cooking, not just the shelf. We've gifted this book more than once ourselves and it always sparks conversation.
Pair it with Zaytoun Extra Virgin Olive Oil (€21.95)
Naturally organic and ethically sourced from small-scale farmers in the West Bank, this was the world's first olive oil to be awarded Fairtrade certification, back in 2009. Produced from rain-fed, hand-picked olives, it connects you with farmers whose families have tended these trees by hand for generations. Zaytoun is a social enterprise that reinvests 100% of its profits into supporting Palestinian farmers through fair trade.
Finish the set with a Caulfield Country Boards Salmon Serving Board (€55)
A stunning serving board hand-made in Carnaross, Co. Meath, from home-grown flaming beech and adorned with original artwork of the Salmon of Knowledge (An Bradán Feasa), the source of Fionn mac Cumhaill's wisdom in Irish legend. The Caulfield family combine joinery, philosophy, science and art to make tableware that celebrates Ireland's folklore and wildlife. Every board has its own unique natural grain, and it arrives in an eco-friendly gift box. A real heirloom piece for a dad who loves to cook and feed people.
For the Connoisseur
The dad who savours the good stuff: a nice whiskey, a slow evening, the finer details.
Premium Granite Whiskey Stones (€9.95)
A set of six natural granite stones that chill his favourite spirit without watering it down, unlike melting ice. They live in the freezer, rinse clean, and last forever, presented in a smart black velvet pouch. A small, brilliant gift for the whiskey or gin lover.
For the Dad Who Has Everything
Every Father's Day eventually comes back to socks. The trick is choosing a pair he'll actually want to wear. and a card that makes him laugh, and they're the perfect gift "from the kids" too.
Irish Socksciety socks (€9.50 to €9.95), guaranteed Irish, OEKO-TEX certified cotton, and brilliantly daft:
Auld Fella, the classic.
The Best Dad, Pápa is Fearr, with the message hidden on the soles, a little secret reminder he'll carry through the day.
Fir, Mo Theanga, celebrating the Irish language.
Pickled Pom Pom cards (€4), because sometimes the words mean more than the gift:
"Happy Father's Day!"
"What a Man! What a Man! What a Mighty Good Man!"
"Some Man for One Man"
Short on Time? Ready-to-Ship Gift Boxes
No building required. These are packed, wrapped and ready to go. Particularly useful if Father's Day has crept up on you this year.
The Chocs 'N' Socks Gift Box (€25), Harry's Nut Butter chocolate truffles, Irish Socksciety socks (two unisex sizes) and a Nobó chocolate bar. 100% vegan, and a perfect gift from the kids.
The Irish Makers Coffee & Chocolate Gift Box (€30), a 250g bag of hand-roasted PS Coffee beans paired with two bars of Irish chocolate (Bean & Goose, or Nobó dairy-free). Choose milk, dark, mixed or dairy-free.
The Men's Self Care Gift Box (€40), a Janni Bars handmade body soap, a soap saver bag, Three Hills beard oil or aftershave balm, Three Hills deodorant cream, a beard brush or lip balm, and a Nobó chocolate bar to enjoy after all that effort looking good.
The Coffee Lovers Gift Box (€40), a 250g bag of PS Coffee beans, a collapsible Stojo travel cup and a Turtle Bags organic cotton string bag. Bad coffee, single-use cups and plastic bags, all sorted in one stylish box.
Why Shop Father's Day with Faerly?
Most dads don't tend to ask for much. A good coffee, a walk, time with family and maybe a decent pair of socks usually goes a long way. But if you're looking for something to show your appreciation this Father's Day, we hope you've found an idea or two here.
Every gift in this guide comes from a small Irish maker or an ethical brand we've chosen ourselves. When you shop with us, you're supporting over 100 Irish makers, a small family business, and a more sustainable way of giving. That's a gift that keeps giving, long after the wrapping's off.
Thanks for shopping small and green 💚
Eoin & James
Looking for more? Explore our full Gifts for Dads collection, or browse our Build Your Own Gift Box for something made just for him.